1788 CENT Massachusetts Cent, R. 11-E, W-6300, R.4, XF45 NGC. Die alignment: 180?. A problem-free, circulated Massachusetts cent: a good choice for a modest type collection. Medium brown coloration and original surfaces. According to the Bowers Colonial Encyclopedia, no examples of this die variety are known in mint state. Listed on page 61 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: "Colonel" E.H.R. Green; Green Estate; Partnership of Eric P. Newman / B.G. Johnson d.b.a. St. Louis Stamp and Coin Co.; Eric P. Newman @ $2.50; Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15242, realized $1260. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1767-A 9 DEN French Colonies Copper Sou, Paris Mint, Vlack 1-A, RF Counterstamp, Fine 15 NGC. Die alignment: 180?. A well-circulated example of this Colonial coinage, with light brown coloring, clear legends, and a distinct counterstamp. The reverse die break linking DOMINI and BENEDICTUM can clearly be observed. The 1767 pieces reissued with an RF counterstamp were primarily intended for circulation in the West Indies. The counterstamp on this example is Vlack G. Listed on page 55 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15238, realized $114. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1767-A 9 DEN French Colonies Copper Sou, Paris Mint, Vlack 1-A, RF Counterstamp, VF30 NGC. Die alignment: 180?. An attractive mid-grade example of this French Colonial coinage, featuring nice coloration with bold details and a firmly impressed counterstamp. Struck at the Paris Mint during the Ancien R?gieme, these pieces were reissued after the French Revolution with an RF (R?publique Fran?aise) counterstamp. The counterstamp on this example is Vlack M, which was previously unrecorded on the 1-A die variety. Rarely encountered, as here, with a tiny planchet clip to the left. Listed on page 55 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15237, realized $156. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1767-A 9 DEN French Colonies Copper Sou, Paris Mint, Vlack 5-E, RF Counterstamp, XF45 NGC. Die alignment: 195?. A mid-grade example, with light brown coloration and slightly rough surfaces. Struck from a late state of the reverse die, exhibiting serious wear in the peripheral legends, including the start of a retained cud at the I of BENEDICTUM. The counterstamp on this example is Vlack G. Listed on page 55 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15235, realized $216. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1739-H SOU M French Colonies Sou Marque, La Rochelle Mint, Vlack 95, R.4, MS64 NGC. First semester. Die alignment: 180?. A lustrous Choice Uncirculated example of this French billon issue very rarely encountered in this state of preservation. The coin's silvering is fully intact and has developed an attractive golden toning that contrasts with the darker gray of the legends and devices for a very appealing visual impression. This date/mint combination was lacking from the extensive Ford collection sold in 2006. NGC population 1 with 0 higher (9/17). Listed on page 55 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15231, realized $1440. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1739-D SOU M French Colonies Sou Marque, Lyon Mint, Vlack 71, R.1, MS61 NGC. First semester. Die alignment: 180?. Pale golden-gray surfaces with slate-colored features make this Uncirculated sou marque a perfect choice for a Colonial-era type set. The silvering is intact, and the strike, while typically soft, is even and clear. These billon coins were circulating in North America for some time before they were given explicit sanction to do so by the French crown, and they played an important role in promoting commerce in the French Colonial possessions. Listed on page 55 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15230, realized $408. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1740-B 1/2 SOU M French Colonies Half Sou Marque, Rouen Mint, Vlack 298, R.3, VF35 NGC. First semester. Die alignment: 180?. A handsome piece, well-preserved with strong details. The obverse has a bit of surface roughness, common on these billon coins, but the silver wash with which these pieces were treated after striking remains fairly bright on this example. A small mark to the left of the crown is noted. The reverse is more muted, but is largely problem-free. This was the only year in which half sou marques were struck in Rouen. Listed on page 55 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15228, realized $132. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1722-H 9DEN French Colonies 9 Deniers, La Rochelle Mint, W-11840, Martin 2.33-D.4, R.4, VG10 NGC. Die alignment: 180?. While a worn example, the obverse die break is considerably more advanced than on either piece depicted in Martin. The break begins in the second quadrant of the crown, extending down through the left side of the adorsed and crossed L's, clean through to the B of BENEDICTUM. In addition to North America, the 1721-22 French 9 deniers also circulated in the French Caribbean and on the island of R?union. Listed on page 55 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15226, realized $94. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1722/1-H 9DEN French Colonies 9 Deniers, La Rochelle Mint, W-11835, Martin 2.25-C.6, R.4 -- Environmental Damage -- NGC Details. XF. Die alignment: 210?. An overdate variety, and a distinct Guide Book type. Strong central devices give this piece some nice eye appeal despite the damage. Unlike most of the "John Law issues," the copper 9 deniers were forbidden to circulate in France and were expressly struck for the American colonies. Listed on page 55 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15225, realized $288. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.

1721-H 9DEN French Colonies 9 Deniers, La Rochelle Mint, W-11830, Martin 2.23-B.5, R.5 -- Environmental Damage -- NGC Details. VF. Die alignment: 210?. While bearing evidence of ground corrosion, this remains an interesting die variety with a high-sitting crown touching the legend. The 9 denier coins were not widely accepted in Canada as their intrinsic value was only about 6 deniers. They were mostly returned to France, which then foisted them upon their Louisiana holdings at a reduced valuation. Listed on page 55 of the 2018 Guide Book. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.

Heritage Newman IX, November 2017, lot 15223, realized $156. Images and description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.